Fibromyalgia Tender Points

BEHIND FIBROMYALGIA

 

What are fibromyalgia Tender Points?                       

Tender points are places on the body,(18 specific points at 9 locations) that are exceptionally sensitive to touch. It is also a tool for the doctor to diagnose fibromyalgia.

 The 9 bilateral muscle locations are:

 1. Low Cervical Region (front neck area)

2. Second Rib (front chest area)

 3. Occiput ( back of neck)

 4. Trapezoid Muscle (back of shoulder area)

 5. Supraspinatus Muscle ( shoulder blade area)

 6. Lateral Epicondyle (elbow area)

 7. Greater Trochanter (rear hips area)

 8. Knee

9. Ankle area.